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What 20th Century Anarchy Can Teach Us About Contemporary Polarization
May 20, 2024
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Author Steven Johnson discusses the rise of politically motivated bombings in the early 20th century, highlighting the surge of anarchist violence and societal threats. He explores the unintended consequences of Alfred Nobel's invention of dynamite, manipulated by political radicals for terrorist attacks.
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- Historical anarchist violence in the early 20th century surpassed current polarization levels, challenging the perception of today's turbulence.
- Tools like indexing algorithms and crime investigation methods have historically triggered major revolutions and law enforcement transformations.
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Challenging Turbulent Times Perception
The podcast discusses historical anarchist violence in the early 20th century, revealing that the level of political polarization and violence back then, including bombings and assassinations, far exceeded what is experienced today. By highlighting forgotten history, the episode challenges the notion that current political times are exceptionally turbulent, emphasizing the wider range of valid political beliefs present during that era.
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